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Extreme heat threatens global food systems, UN agencies warn
A joint report by the [Food and Agriculture Organization] (FAO) and the [World Meteorological Organization] (WMO) warns that extreme heat is severely threatening global agrifood systems. The increasing frequency, intensity, and duration of heatwaves are causing substantial damage across crops, livestock, fisheries, and forestry sectors, jeopardizing the livelihoods and health of over a billion people worldwide.
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Must ReadSupreme Court agrees to hear plea challenging validity of National Investigation Agency Act, 2008
The [Supreme Court of India] has issued a notice to the Central Government and the [National Investigation Agency] (NIA), seeking their response to a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the [National Investigation Agency Act, 2008]. This development highlights ongoing friction regarding the balance of power between the Centre and the States in matters of law enforcement and internal security.
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Amazon signs $30 million deal to buy carbon credits from Indian rice farmers
Amazon has entered a $30 million deal to purchase carbon credits from Indian rice farmers through the [Good Rice Alliance]. This marks a significant shift, as such large-scale agricultural carbon credit deals are unprecedented in India.
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Must ReadGovt overhauls six-decade-old sugarcane law; seeks comments on draft by May 20
The Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has released a draft Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026, seeking to replace the outdated Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966. This major regulatory overhaul explicitly integrates ethanol production into the sugarcane regulatory framework, introduces a formal factory approval process, and mandates digital compliance.
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Must ReadSBI seeks review of SC verdict that 'spectrum' does not count as an asset in IBC proceedings
The [State Bank of India] has petitioned the [Supreme Court of India] to review its February 2024 judgment stating that spectrum cannot be considered an 'asset' owned by telecom companies under the [Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code]. This ruling significantly impacts the recovery of dues by creditors from bankrupt telecom operators, raising concerns about future bank financing and risk assessment in the sector.
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Must ReadIndia, Taiwan get time till October to settle ICT tariff dispute
India and Taiwan have agreed to delay the [World Trade Organization] (WTO) Dispute Settlement Body's (DSB) consideration of a panel report regarding India's import duties on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) products until October. This dispute originated in 2019 when Japan, the EU, and Taiwan challenged India's imposition of tariffs (initially 7.5%, rising to 20%) on ICT goods, which India enacted to protect its domestic manufacturing sector under the 'Make in India' initiative.
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Must ReadCensus 2027 work begins in Delhi: Battery of questions, long days and some doubts
The preparatory work for the decadal [Census], which has been delayed since 2021, has reportedly begun in Delhi, targeting a 2027 completion. The process involves extensive data collection through a battery of questions, highlighting the logistical challenges and on-ground complexities of conducting one of the world's largest administrative exercises in a rapidly changing urban landscape.
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ImportantTrump extends Iran ceasefire: What mediator Pakistan stands to gain, what it means for India
Pakistan is actively mediating a ceasefire between Iran and the US, an effort driven by both domestic economic necessities and geopolitical considerations. While this mediation could significantly elevate Pakistan's global diplomatic standing, it also strengthens its military-backed 'hybrid regime,' raising long-term strategic concerns for India regarding regional stability and Pakistan's future conduct.
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Must ReadWhy ‘poverty is the only caste’ is a myth: From Telangana, a measure of caste inequality
An independent expert committee constituted by the Government of Telangana has developed a **Composite Backwardness Index (CBI)** based on a recent caste survey of 35 million people. This index aims to empirically measure 'backwardness' across 242 caste groups using 42 parameters, challenging the notion that economic status (poverty) is the sole determinant of disadvantage and providing a data-driven framework for targeted social justice policies.
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Must ReadHow electricity trading happens in India, and why a restructuring is on the cards
The [Central Electricity Regulatory Commission] (CERC) has issued draft regulations to implement 'market coupling' in India's power exchanges, proposing [Grid Controller of India] (Grid India) as the central operator. This move aims to replace the current decentralized system, where multiple exchanges discover prices independently, with a unified price discovery mechanism to improve market efficiency and reduce regional price disparities.
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This event is hypothetical or based on a hallucinated source dated 2026. As of 2024, Telangana has passed a resolution for a caste census, but no 'Social Justice 2.0' report has been released.
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ImportantThe Tadoba-Andhari model: Balancing rising tiger populations with human costs
The article analyzes the conservation model adopted by the [Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve] (TATR) in Maharashtra, highlighting its success in balancing rising tiger populations with the socioeconomic needs of local communities despite human-wildlife conflict. It emphasizes that sustainable wildlife conservation requires genuine financial decentralization, community participation, and mechanisms to share the economic benefits of eco-tourism with those bearing the burden of living near protected areas.
Read on Indian ExpressDive Into Study NotesOne year after Pahalgam, what has changed in Army strategy
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, the [Indian Army] has significantly revamped its security strategy in Jammu and Kashmir. The updated approach emphasizes a combination of proactive and reactive measures, integrating advanced technology, improved intelligence gathering, and dynamic troop deployment to counter terrorism and curb infiltration.
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Must ReadJustice Yashwant Varma row: The future of inquiry amid his resignation
The resignation of Justice Yashwant Varma amid a parliamentary inquiry for his removal has reignited debate over a critical legal loophole in India's judicial accountability framework. Historically, when judges like Justice P.D.
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ImportantIn a turbulent world, India needs to plan for the worst
The recent conflict in the Middle East has highlighted India's vulnerability to global shocks, particularly concerning energy security. This editorial argues that India must adopt long-term strategic scenario planning (often called 'net assessment') to prepare for future global crises, moving beyond reactive policymaking.
Read on Indian ExpressDive Into Study NotesThe K-pop cash flow: South Korean beats power India's FDI remix
Recent bilateral discussions between India and South Korea have highlighted a strategic shift towards deepening capital flows, specifically targeting [Foreign Direct Investment] (FDI) in high-value manufacturing and emerging technologies. This engagement is part of India's broader macroeconomic strategy to diversify its FDI sources away from traditional tax havens and a narrow set of investor nations, aiming to build a more resilient industrial base and integrate deeper into global supply chains.
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